Question 1

what are the ways that diabetes affects your feet?

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Diabetes & your feet: There can be many issues that arise with your feet due to diabetes.  Too many to list here but the american diabetes association has great information.
Foot care
http://www.Diabetes.Org/living-with-diabetes/complications/foot-complications/foot-care.Html
foot complications
http://www.Diabetes.Org/living-with-diabetes/complications/foot-complications/.

Question 2

how can you treat a diabetes foot wound?

Accepted Answer

See a physician: I would recommend being evaluated by a podiatrist.  Diabetic foot wounds can be difficult to treat and must be treated properly.  This could include antibiotics for possible infections, prescription wound care products, and custom off loading devices.

Question 3

could diabetes cause your feet to swell up?

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Swelling: Yes, diabetes can cause circulation issues which can lead to swelling.  Get checked by a doctor to find exact cause.

Question 4

how can  diabetes cause people to lose their foot?

Accepted Answer

Three main reasons: Diabetes accelerates the process of atherosclerosis which may lead to decreased blood flow into the legs. Normal blood flow is needed to bring oxygen as well as white cells to fight any infection. The ability of white cells to fight infection is often impaired in diabetes, particularly if poorly controlled. Finally, nerve damage can lead to skin breakdown that a diabetic is not aware of.

Question 5

what are common foot problems of people with diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Correlation: Diabetes causes problem with blood flow so we see foot ulcers , stasis dermatitis , rash, discolorations, infections. It also affects the nerves and one can get pain, tingling, needle feeling or numbness.

Question 6

can i tell from my feet if i'm suffering from diabetes?

Accepted Answer

No: Diabetes is diagnosed with a blood test, either a blood glucose or a hemoglobin A1c level. While people with diabetes may have many symptoms in their feet, having them do not allow a diagnosis of diabetes with sufficient confidence.

Question 7

why foot cares are so important for those with diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Because nerve damage: Can prevent patient feeling a sore or infection that could lead to amputation.

Question 8

i have diabetes    i'm feeling pains on the bottom of my feet?

Accepted Answer

LDAN: Sounds like length dependent axonal neuropathy.  This is frequently due to dm, but could be any one of a number of other diseases.  Treatment is really good control of blood glucose and meds to reduce symptoms.

Question 9

i was just wondering how come feet swell when you have diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Most common...: Is patient losing protein in urine due to kidneys damaged by diabetes,  and reduced protein in blood allows fluid to leak into tissues, gravity dependent, so seen in legs irst.

Question 10

what are some things i need to do if i have diabetes and they tell me i need to take care of my feet?

Accepted Answer

Foot care: Some basic things you should do is: wear properly fitting shoes to avoid blisters; always protect your feet and avoid being barefooted; wash your feet every day; inspect your feet regularly for any sores and breaks in the skin.

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